Unit 2 Vocabulary Quiz

Fill in the blank: Define 'Bandwidth'.

• The maximum rate of data transfer across a given path.

• The total number of devices connected to a network.

• The physical length of a network cable.

• The type of protocol used for communication.

Fill in the blank: Define 'Computing Device'.

• An electronic machine that uses hardware and software to perform tasks and process data.

• A device that only stores data without processing it.

• A machine that is used solely for entertainment purposes.

• A tool used exclusively for communication without any processing capabilities.

Fill in the blank: Define 'Computing Network'.

• A group of interconnected computing devices that can communicate and share resources.

• A single computer used for personal tasks only.

• A software program that manages files on a computer.

• A device that only stores data and cannot communicate with others.

Fill in the blank: Define 'Computing System'.

• A group of computing devices and programs working together for a common purpose.

• A single device used for calculations only.

• A program that runs on a mobile phone.

• A network cable connecting two computers.

Fill in the blank: Define 'Datastream'.

• A sequence of digitally encoded coherent signals used to transmit or receive information.

• A type of database used for storing large files.

• A programming language for web development.

• A hardware device for connecting networks.

Fill in the blank: Define 'Digital Divide'.

• The gap between those who have access to modern information and communication technology and those who do not.

• A type of computer virus that spreads through emails.

• A law that governs internet usage worldwide.

• A programming language used for web development.

Fill in the blank: Define 'Domain Name System (DNS)'.

• The system that translates domain names into IP addresses.

• A protocol for sending emails between servers.

• A method for encrypting web traffic.

• A type of computer virus.

Fill in the blank: Define 'Fault Tolerant'.

• The ability of a system to continue operating properly in the event of the failure of some of its components.

• A system that never requires maintenance or updates.

• A system that operates only when all components are functioning perfectly.

• The process of backing up data to prevent loss.

Define 'Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)'

• The protocol used for transmitting web pages over the Internet.

• A programming language used to create web applications.

• A database management system for storing web data.

• A hardware device that connects computers to the Internet.

Fill in the blank: Define 'Internet'.

• A global network connecting millions of private, public, academic, business, and government networks.

• A type of computer hardware used for data storage.

• A programming language used to create websites.

• A software application for editing documents.